Cookie Policy
Learn how DesignForge Studio uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalized services.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They contain information that helps us recognize your browser and improve your experience on our platform.
These files are essential for modern web functionality, enabling features like remembering your preferences, analyzing site performance, and delivering relevant content. Cookies are widely used across the internet and are completely safe when implemented properly.
Important: Cookies do not contain any personal information that can identify you directly. They only store data that enhances your browsing experience.
Types of Cookies We Use
We utilize different types of cookies to provide various functionalities and enhance your user experience across our website.
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions.
- • Session management
- • Security authentication
- • Shopping cart functionality
Performance Cookies
These cookies collect anonymous information about how visitors use our website, helping us improve performance and user experience.
- • Page load times
- • Popular content analysis
- • User behavior tracking
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices to provide a more personalized experience during your visits.
- • Language preferences
- • Theme settings
- • Form data persistence
Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your online activity to help us deliver more relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness.
- • Advertising relevance
- • Campaign tracking
- • Social media integration
Session Cookies
Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. They help maintain your session while navigating our site.
- • Temporary storage
- • Session state management
- • Automatic deletion
Persistent Cookies
Cookies that remain on your device for a specified period, remembering your preferences for future visits.
- • Long-term storage
- • Preference retention
- • Return visitor recognition
How We Use Cookies
Our cookie implementation serves multiple purposes to improve your experience and provide better services.
Website Functionality
Core Features
- Remember your login status and maintain authenticated sessions
- Keep items in your shopping cart while browsing
- Save your preferences for future visits
- Enable secure form submissions and data processing
User Experience
- Customize content based on your browsing history
- Optimize page loading speeds and performance
- Enable responsive design elements and layouts
- Remember language and accessibility preferences
Analytics and Improvement
Website Analytics
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website, helping us improve user experience and content quality.
- • Google Analytics for traffic analysis
- • Heat mapping tools for user behavior
- • A/B testing for design optimization
- • Error tracking and performance monitoring
Content Optimization
Cookies help us understand which content is most valuable to our users, enabling us to create better resources and services.
- • Popular content identification
- • User journey analysis
- • Conversion funnel optimization
- • Feature usage statistics
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have full control over how cookies are used on your device. We provide multiple ways to manage your cookie preferences and protect your privacy.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these options in the 'Settings' or 'Preferences' menu.
- • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- • Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- • Edge: Settings > Site permissions > Cookies and site data
Our Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to choose which types of cookies you want to accept.
Cookie Categories
You can manage cookies by category - choose which types you want to allow based on your comfort level and needs.
Third-Party Cookies
We work with trusted third-party services that may set their own cookies to provide additional functionality and services.
Analytics Partners
We use analytics services to understand website usage and improve user experience.
Google Analytics
Helps us understand visitor behavior and website performance. Uses cookies to track usage patterns.
Hotjar
Provides heat mapping and user behavior analysis to improve website design and usability.
Marketing & Social Media
These services help us deliver relevant content and measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
Social Media Platforms
Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram may set cookies when you interact with our social media content.
Advertising Networks
Help us deliver relevant ads and measure advertising campaign performance across the web.
Important Notice
Third-party cookie policies are governed by their respective privacy policies. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they collect and use your data. You can opt out of many third-party cookies through industry opt-out tools.
Your Privacy Rights
We are committed to protecting your privacy and giving you control over your personal data.
Right to Access
Request information about what personal data we collect and how we use it through our cookies.
Right to Rectification
Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete personal data we may have collected.
Right to Erasure
Request deletion of your personal data, including data stored in cookies on our website.
Cookie Retention Policy
Session Cookies
These cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser. They typically last for the duration of your browsing session.
- • Deleted immediately when browser closes
- • Cannot be used after session ends
- • Essential for website functionality
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a specified period, ranging from a few days to several years, depending on their purpose.
- • Remain until expiration date
- • Can be manually deleted anytime
- • Used for preference storage
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our cookie practices.
Yes, cookies are completely safe to use. They are small text files that cannot harm your computer or steal personal information. Cookies are a standard feature of modern web browsers and are used by millions of websites worldwide to improve user experience.
While you can disable all cookies through your browser settings, this may affect your browsing experience on our website and many others. Some features may not work properly, and you may need to re-enter information repeatedly. We recommend selectively managing cookies rather than disabling all of them.
We review and update our Cookie Policy regularly to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify users of significant changes through prominent notices on our website. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when the most recent changes were made.
We may share aggregated, anonymized data with trusted third-party analytics and advertising partners to improve our services and deliver relevant content. However, we do not sell personal information collected through cookies to third parties. All data sharing complies with applicable privacy laws and regulations.
If you choose not to accept cookies, some website features may not work as intended. You might need to log in repeatedly, re-enter preferences, or experience reduced functionality. However, you can still browse most of our website and access public content. Essential cookies necessary for basic functionality cannot be disabled.
Contact Us About Cookies
Have questions about our cookie practices or need help managing your preferences?
Get in Touch
We're here to help with any questions about cookies, privacy, or data protection. Reach out to us using the contact information below.
Our Location
Tulip Drive, Davao City, Philippines
Phone
+63 917 846 4423Business Hours
Mon-Fri: 9:00-18:00
Sat: 9:00-14:00
Quick Contact Form
Additional Resources
Learn more about online privacy and cookie management.
Privacy Policy
Read our comprehensive privacy policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
Terms of Service
Review our terms and conditions that govern the use of our website and services.
Contact Us
Get in touch with our team for any questions or concerns about our services.
Privacy Tools
External resources to help you manage your privacy online.
- • Your Online Choices
- • Network Advertising Initiative
- • Digital Advertising Alliance